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News and Stories

Explore the latest news and stories about the United Methodist mission and its impact in local communities worldwide.

Community Developers Program

A group of racial and ethnic churches across the U.S. working to strengthen The United Methodist Church’s ability to serve and partner with local communities.

Environmental Sustainability

Working with individuals, churches and other partners to launch environmental projects and initiatives

Humanitarian Relief and Recovery (UMCOR)

Global Ministries and the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) strengthen United Methodist response to humanitarian crises around the world.

What We Do

US Missionaries

U.S. Missionaries are long-term United Methodist missionaries serving across the United States. Their ministry supports at risk communities.
The People's Garden

EarthKeepers

Global Ministries EarthKeepers is a training program that guides U.S.-based United Methodists to develop and lead environmental sustainability projects in their communities.

Volunteer

Supporting various humanitarian relief and recovery efforts for local communities

Carey, Delecia

Delecia Seay Carey is a Global Missionary of The United Methodist Church, serving as administrato…

Rivera, Gonzalo R. Alers

Gonzalo R. Alers Rivera is a Global Missionary of The United Methodist Church, assigned as a Profess…

Rios Lage, Roberta Cynthia Vieira

Roberta Cynthia Vieira Rios Lage is an Global Missionary of The United Methodist Church, assigned as…

Sloan, Gillian

Gillian Sloan is a Global Missionary of The United Methodist Church, serving as INSPIRE general mana…

Sweet, Arabia Baynia

Arabia Baynia Sweet is a Church and Community Worker with the General Board of Global Ministri…

Belton, Althea

Althea Belton is a Church and Community Worker for the General Board of Global Ministries serv…

Jusu, Princess

Princess M. Jusu is a missionary with the Board of Global Ministries of The United Methodist Church …

Boehler, Genilma

Dr. Genilma Boehler, a pastor of the Methodist Church of Brazil, has served as a Global Missionary o…

Berman, Guillermo

A missionary with the General Board of Global Ministries of The United Methodist Church, Guillermo B…

Making vaccines available for all

Hear from Kathleen Griffith of Global Ministries’ Global Health program and Dr. David Boan of First UMC of Boise, Idaho,

Coronavirus facts & inspiration

Bishop John Yambasu of the Sierra Leone Episcopal Area and Megan Klingler, a registered nurse who serves as the Primary

Global Ministries and Korean Methodist Church mission board discuss collaborative opportunities in mission

Agencies meet in formal consultation for first time in more than 20 years.

Global Ministries board of directors navigate a new age in mission

Global Ministries and UMCOR board of directors continue to shape mission ministry as they approve resources for projects, programs and

Ecumenical peace message marks 70th anniversary

Read the message issued by global partners who are committed to ongoing efforts for peace and healing in Korea, including

Ecumenical peace message marks 70th anniversary of Korean War

Read the message issued by global partners who are committed to ongoing efforts for peace and healing in Korea, including

Growing the church in the U.S. one church plant at a time

Within 20 years, missionary pastor Juarez Goncalves has coordinated the planting of seven United Methodist churches in the United States,

A call to plant churches far and wide

The Rev. Juarez Goncalves, a missionary from Brazil, and his wife, the Rev. Clauri Goncalves, have coordinated the planting of

Ensuring universal rights and welcome for global migrants

This overview of UMCOR’s global migration work includes places of welcome, food for body and spirit, education, legal help and

Connecting the Church in Mission: Evangelism and Church Revitalization

Overview video of Evangelism and Church Revitalization, including church planting, leadership training, mission initiatives, and support for racial and ethnic faith communities.

Connecting the Church in Mission: Global Health

Overview video of Global Health and its work to strengthen health systems, prevent and treat disease, access clean water and sanitation, and care for vulnerable communities.

Global Ministries Screensaver

Screensaver that highlights Global Ministries' work in missionaries, evangelism and church revitalization, global health, and humanitarian relief and recovery.

Joyce Madanga Global Health Story

Hear from Joyce Madanga, Maternal Child Health Coordinator in Nigeria, as she shares how Global Ministries' Global Health support has made a meaningful difference in her community.

Global Ministries Overview Booklet (Spanish)

Spanish translation of Global Ministries' work and programs in connecting the church to mission and alleviating human suffering.

Global Ministries Overview Booklet (English)

English translation of Global Ministries' work and programs in connecting the church to mission and alleviating human suffering.

Church World Service Ecumenical Declaration

Our partner Church World Service is calling people of faith to proudly stand with refugees and immigrants. Join the movement. Sign the declaration below.

Racial-Ethnic Local Church Grant Application

Grant application for majority racial-ethnic United Methodist congregations to support leadership, church growth, ministry with the poor, and health programs.

Global Mission Fellows: What You Should Know

Information on becoming a Global Mission Fellow (GMF) including requirements, benefits, service opportunities, next steps, and important dates.

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